England
There are well over 500 different vineyards currently operating in the UK. English sparkling wines make up over half of all British wine production, with some competing against French Champagne – and winning!
Whilst the rainy climate of England can be challenging for winemakers, the focus on agroforestry and the encouragement of biodiversity within the vineyards is paramount. The UK has released its first certified sustainable wines, following establishing the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) scheme in 2021.